2007 BMW 745 vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2007 BMW 745 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 745 (326 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz S. (201 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 745 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz S. (316 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 745 | 1985 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 745 | S |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4423 cc | 3839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2860 mm |
